fuel PONTIAC BONNEVILLE 2003 Service Manual

6 Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule ...................................... 6.2
Introduction
................................................... 6.2
Your Vehicle and the Environment
.................... 6-2
Maintenance Requirements
.......................... 6.2
How This Section is Organized
..................... 6-3
Selecting the Right Schedule
........................... 6-5
Part
A: Scheduled Maintenance Services
........... 6.4
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
.................... 6-4
Short Trip/City Scheduled Maintenance
.............. 6-6
Long Trip/Highway Scheduled Maintenance
...... 6-13
Part
B: Owner Checks and Services ................ 6-18
At Each Fuel Fill
.......................................... 6-18
At Least Once a Month 0- IO P 40 .................................
At Least Twice a Year ................................... 6.19
At Least Once a Year
................................... 6.19
Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections
......... 6.22
Steering, Suspension and Front Drive Axle
Boot and Seal Inspection
............................ 6-22
Exhaust System Inspection
........................... -6-22
Fuel System Inspection
.................................. 6-22
Engine Cooling System Inspection
................... 6-23
Throttle System Inspection
............................. 6-23
Brake System Inspection
................................ 6-23
Part
D: Recommended Fluids and Lubricants .... 6-24
Part
E: Maintenance Record ........................... 6-26
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Part A: Scheduled Maintenance
Services
In this part are scheduled maintenance services which
are to be performed at the mileage intervals specified.
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
We at General Motors want to keep your vehicle in good
working condition. But we don’t know exactly how
you’ll drive it. You may drive short distances only a few
times a week. Or you may drive long distances all
the time in very hot, dusty weather. You may use your
vehicle in making deliveries. Or you may drive it to
work, to do errands or in many other ways.
Because of the different ways people use their vehicles,
maintenance needs may vary. You may need more
frequent checks and replacements. So please read the
following and note how you drive.
If you have
questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition,
see your dealer. This part tells you the
maintenance services you should
have done and when you should schedule them.
When you go to your dealer for your service needs,
you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service
people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
The proper fluids and lubricants to use are listed in
Part
D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses
these.
All parts should be replaced and all necessary
repairs done before you or anyone else drives the
vehicle.
These schedules are for vehicles that:
carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits. You will find these on your vehicle’s
Tire-Loading Information label. See
Loading Your
Vehicle on page 4-34.
are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane
driving limits.
on page 5-5.
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Footnotes
t The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to
the completion of the vehicle
's useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the
maintenance be recorded.
*If your vehicle has the GM Oil Life SystemTM,
a
computer system lets you know when to change the oil
and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and
engine temperature and not on mileage. Based
on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change
will be indicated can vary considerably. For the oii life
system to work properly, you must reset the system
every time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been
diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is
necessary. An ENGINE
OIL CHANGE SOON message
will come on. Change your oil as soon as possible
within the next two times you stop for fuel. It is possible
that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the
oil life system may not indicate that an oil change
is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil
and filter must be changed at least once a year and
at this time the system must be reset. It is also
important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the
proper level.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must
change your oil at 3,000 miles
(5 000 km) since your
last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system
whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on
page
5-15 for information on resetting the system.
@ Whenever the tires are rotated, the Check Tire
Pressure §ystem must be reset.
+A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page 6-23.
3,000 Miles (5 000 km)
0 Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
6,000 Miles (IO 000 km)
u
n U
Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
page 5-65 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information.
(See footnote @.) (See footnote +.)
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9,000 Miles (15 000 km)
U Change engine oil and filter (or every 3 months,
whichever occurs first).
An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
*.)
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Long Trip/Highway Scheduled
Maintenance
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles
(1 66 800 km) at the same intervals for the life of
this vehicle. The services shown at 150,000 miles
(240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval
after 150,000 miles
(240 000 km) for the life of this
vehicle.
See
Part B: Owner Checks and Services on page 6-18
and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on
page 6-22.
t The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to
the completion of the vehicle
's useful life. We, however,
urqe that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the
maintenance be recorded.
* If your vehicle has the GM Oil Life SystemTM, a
computer system lets you know when to change the
engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions
aiid eiigifie telvpei-atdre, and ncf c:: ml?eage. Based
on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil
change will be indicated can vary considerably. For the
oil life system to work properly, you must reset the
system every time the oil is changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been
diminished, it wil! indicate that an oil change is
necessary. An ENGINE
OIL CHANGE SOON message
will come on. Change your oil as soon as possible
within the next two times you stop for fuel. It is possible
that, if you are driving under the best conditions, the
oil life system may not indicate that an oil change
is necessary for over a year. However, your engine
oil
and filter must be changed at least once a year and
at this time the system must be reset. It is also
important to check your oil regularly and keep it at the
proper level.
If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must
change your oil at
3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your
last oil change. Remember to reset the oil life system
whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on
page
5-75 for information on resetting the system.
@ Whenever the tires are rotated, the Check Tire
Pressure System must be reset.
+ A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See Brake System Inspection on page
6-23.
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed in this part are owner checks and services
which should be perFormed at the intervals specified to
help ensure the safety, dependability and emission
control performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
in Part D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-75 for further
details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture
if necessary. See Engine Coolant
on page 5-26
for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper fluid
if necessary.
See
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-40 for further
details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tries are inflated to the correct pressures.
Don’t forget to check your spare tire. See
Tires on
page 5-62
for further details.
Cassette Tape Player Service
Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done
every
50 hours of tape play. See Audio System(s)
on page
3-77 for further details.
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed in this part are inspections and services which
should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,
each spring and fall).
You should let your dealer’s
service department or other qualified service center dc
these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Proper procedures to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See
Service Publications
Ordering Information on page
7-9.
Steering, Suspension and Front
Drive Axle Boot and Seal Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc. Clean and then inspect the drive
axle boot seals for damage, tears or leakage. Replace
seals
if necessary.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which
could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See
Engine Exhaust
on page
2-36.
Fuel System Inspection
Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.
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This program can also provide you with free resource
information, such as area driver assessment centers and
mobility equipment installers. The program is available
for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle
purchase/lease. See your dealer for more details or call
the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935.
Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935.
GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call
1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. All TTY users
call 1-800-263-3830.
Roadside Assistance Program
Security While You Travel
1-800- ROA DSlD E (I -800- 762-3743)
As the proud owner of a new Pontiac vehicle, you are
automatically enrolled in the Pontiac Roadside
Assistance program. This value-added service is
intended to provide you with peace of mind as you drive
in the city or travel the open road.
Pontiac’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is
staffed by a team of technically trained advisors, who
are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
We take anxiety out of uncertain situations by providing
minor repair information over the phone or making
arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest
Pontiac dealer. We
will provide the following services for
3 years/36,000 miles (60
000 km), at no expense to you:
Fuel delivery
Lock-out service (identification required)
Tow to nearest dealership for warranty service
Change a flat tire
0 Jump starts
We have quick, easy access to telephone numbers of
the following additional services depending on your
needs:
Hotels
Glass replacement
0 Tire repair facilities
Rental vehicle or taxis
Airports or train stations
Police, fire departments or hospitals
in many insiances, mecnanicai
iaiiures dre cuverei
under Pontiac’s comprehensive warranty. However,
when other services are utilized, our advisors will explain
any payment obligations you might incur.
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Transportation Options
Warranty service can generally be completed while you
wait. However,
if you are unable to wait Pontiac
helps minimize your inconvenience by providing several
transportation options. Depending on the circumstances,
your dealer can offer you one of the following:
Shuttle Service
Participating dealers can provide you with shuttle
service to get you to your destination with minimal
interruption of your daily schedule. This includes a one
way shuttle ride to a destination up to
10 miles from
the dealership.
Public Transportation or Fuel
Reimbursement
If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs,
reimbursement up to
$30 per day (five days maximum)
may be available for the use of public transportation
such as tax1 or bus. In
addition, snoulci you arrange
transportation through a friend or relative,
reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses up to
$10 per day (five day maximum) may be available.
Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be
supported by original receipts.
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
When your vehicle is unavailable due to overnight
warranty repairs, your dealer may arrange to provide
you with a courtesy rental vehicle or reimburse you for a
rental vehicle you obtained, at actual cost, up to a
maximum of
$30.00 per day supported by receipts.
This requires that you sign and complete a rental
agreement and meet state, local and rental vehicle
provider requirements. Requirements vary and
may include minimum age requirements, insurance
coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel
usage charges and may also be responsible for
taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage or rental
usage beyond the completion of the repair.
Generally it is not possible to provide a like-vehicle as a
courtesy rental.
Additional Program lnformation
Courtesy Transportation is available during the
Bumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it
is
A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner
Assistance lnformation
furnished with each new vehicle
provides detailed warranty coverage information.
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A
Accessory Inflator ........................................... 5-72
Accessory Power Outlets
................................. 3-23
Adding Washer Fluid
....................................... 5-41
Additional Program Information
........................... 7-7
Additives. Fuel
................................................. 5-6
Add-on Electrical Equipment
............................ 5-91
Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)
...... 3.75. 3-85
Air Bag
Readiness Light
.......................................... 3-40
Air Bag Systems
............................................. 1-47
How Does an Air Bag Restrain?
.................... 1-52
Servicing Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle
......... 1-55
What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? .................... 1-52
What Will You See After an Air Bag Inflates?
.. 1-53
When Should an Air Bag Inflate?
................... 1-51
Where
Are the Air Bags? .............................. 1-50
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine
................................. 5-22
All Overseas Locations
...................................... 7-4
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
.................. 5-86
Ar~ie~~~~a, ulversiiy a- IU I
Antenna, XM Satellite Radio System ................ 3-101
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
............................ 4-7
Anti-Lock Brake, System Warning Light
.............. 3-43
Appearance Care
............................................ 5-82
Care of Safety Belts
.................................... 5-85
Chemicai Paint Spotting
............................... 5-88
AM ............................................................... 3-99 R . 0 an* .........................................
Appearance Care (cont.)
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
................ 5-82
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
.............. 5-85
Finish Damage
............................................ 5-87
GM Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
.......... 5-88
Sheet Metal Damage
................................... 5-87
Underbody Maintenance
............................... 5-87
Weatherstrips
.............................................. 5-85
Ashtrays
........................................................ 3-24
Audio System(s)
............................................. 3-71
Audio Systems
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
...................... 3-98
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player
............... 3-100
Care of Your CD Player
.............................. 3-101
Care of Your CDs
...................................... 3-100
Chime Levei Adjustment
............................. 3-101
Diversity Antenna System
............................ 3-1 01
Radio with Cassette and CD
......................... 3-82
Radio with CD
............................................ 3-72
Setting the Time
.......................................... 3-71
Theft-Deterrent Feature
................................ 3-98
Trunk-Mounted CD Chanuer
.......................... 3-94
Understanding Radio Reception
..................... 3-99
XM Satellite Radio Antenna System
.............. 3-101
Automatic Climate Control System
..................... 3-28
Automatic Door Locks
..................................... 3-64
Automatic Level Control
................................... 4-36
Automatic Operation
.................................... 3-28
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid
.......................................................... 5-23
Operation
................................................... 2-28
Automatic Transaxle Check
.............................. 6-1 9
Automatic Transaxle Shift Lock Control
System Check
......................................... 6-20
Backing Up
................................................. 4-40
Battery
.......................... ......................... 5-44
Battery Load Management
............................ 3-20
Battery Replacement
......................................... 2-9
Battery Warning Light
...................................... 3-41
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
......................... 4-22
Body Lubrication Service
.................................. 6-1 9
Boost Gage
................................................... 3-54
Brake
Parking
...................................................... 2-31
System Inspection
....................................... 6-23
Brake Fluid
.................................................... 5-42
Brake Wear
................................................... 5-43
Brakes
.......................................................... 5-42
Braking
........................................................... 4-6
Braking in Emergencies
..................................... 4-9
Break-In, New Vehicle
..................................... 2-25
Bulb Replacement
........................................... 5-56
Front Turn Signal and Parking Lamps ............. 5-57
Halogen Bulbs
............................................ 5-56
System Warning
Light
.................................. 3-42 Bulb
Replacement (cont.)
Headlamp Aiming
........................................ 5-52
Headlamps
................................................. 5-56
Replacement Bulbs
...................................... 5-60
Taillamps. Turn Signal. Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps
........................................ 5-59
Buying New Tires
........................................... 5-67
C
Calibrating the Compass .................................. 3-70
California Fuel
.................................................. 5-6
Canada
........................................................... 7-4
Canadian Owners ................................................ ii
Canadian Roadside Assistance ........................... 7-6
Capacities and Specifications
.......................... 5-1 00
Carbon Monoxide ................... 4-26, 4-36, 2-16, 2-36
Care
of
Care of Your
Safety Belts
............................................ 5-85
Cassette Tape Player
................................. 3-100
CD Player
................................................. 3-101
CDS
......................................................... 3-100
Cassette Tape Messages
................................. 3-91
Cassette Tape Player Service
........................... 6-18
CD Adapter Kits
............................................. 3-92
CD Changer, Trunk-Mounted
............................ 3-94
Center Console Storage Area
........................... 2-46
Center Front Passenger Position, Safety Belts
.... 1-19
Chains, Tires
.................................................. 5-71
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